Hey guys, I am going shy away from writing about Remus exhausts and talk about a problem we as drivers have been facing. 2009 was a bad year for many of us in the automobile industry. With record low sales, repossessions, and record bankruptcy filings, buying new vehicles was the last thing on everyone’s mind.
Let’s do a quick recap of 2009, to prove my point. 2009 saw the birth and death of the disastrous Cash for Clunkers fiasco. Yes, dealers were able to move a few new models in the beginning, only to have the irresponsible default again on the new loans. Motorcycle sales were so poor that many Japanese manufacturers decided not to import 2010 models because the 2009 models were still sitting on showroom floors!
So, this brings me to my concern. What happens to auto insurance companies when no one is buying any new vehicles? Sure, people still have to insure their old cars, but with the economy the way it is, they probably stick with liability coverage only. With less new auto loan companies requiring full coverage, the insurance companies are making less money.
Enter discount auto insurance offered by online companies. By moving business online, companies cut out many costs associated with traditional offices. No office rent means less supply costs. No office equals less employees to pay. Employees working from home will use their own computers. Etc. etc.
But with so many of these discount auto insurance boutiques opening up, the quality of service tends to take a downward spiral. No more one-on-one face time with your insurance adjuster, because time is money, and they have many other clients. And with profits being razor thin, companies tend to watch out only for themselves, which in turn hurts the customer.
My point, and advice? Stick with the larger, more established auto insurance companies, if you can afford it. When and if you should be in an accident, it will pay off. However, if like the rest of the millions of other Americans, you are strapped for cash, and are a relatively safe driver, then by all means, try one of the discount auto insurance companies online.
If nothing else, they usually have great websites that are chock full of free information. Most of these discount auto insurance websites have different pages on how to apply for discounts, what to do if you need to file a claim, etc, etc.
What’s up guys? With an all new BMW Z4 for 2010, the guys over at Remus decided to put their all new exhaust design on the new roadster. They call it the new StreetRace Double tail pipe Ø 2.99″. Check it out in detail below.
The rear silencer with two tail pipes Ø 84 mm Street Race system fits both the Cabrio sDrive 30i 3.0l as well as the 25i 2.5l.
What’s up guys? I just want to let you guys know that we have the Remus HyperCone for the all new BMW S1000rr in stock. Looks like an awesome exhaust system for an awesome motorcycle!
The HyperCone comes in a Stainless Steel sleeve or a titanium one: your choice.
Hi guys, I’m here today for an update on our 2005 BMW Z4 3.0. The car currently has 37,000 miles on it and the brake pad light came on the other day. Thinking that it was a great time to upgrade with some aftermarket stuff, I hit the forums in search of some cool products.
The result? I ended up forking out uber dinero for genuine BMW rotors, sensors, and brake pads. Why? It’s a daily freeway driver, and it’s better to be safe than take a chance on some unknown company aftermarket products. You can see the new system in the picture below. Sorry for the dirty rim…
I’m sure you guys know how to bed or break in a new system but here are some quick steps for those who don’t know:
Step 1: Go to a smooth, flat road with no traffic.
Step 2: Accelerate to 30mph.
Step 3: Firmly step on the brakes and allow the vehicle to stop. DO NOT allow the brakes to lock.
Step 4: Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have completed about 20 stops. Allow cooling periods between stops to bed the brakes properly.
What’s up guys? So now that we have exhausts installed on most our staff cars, and growling like ferocious beasts I might add, we are looking into some engine tuning options. After scouring the online forums and stores, I came upon some interesting options to up car performance.
To increase automotive performance and fuel economy, the popular option nowadays is a performance chip. It’s a good idea too, to install an engine chip. It will probably be able to smooth out any choppiness that the Remus exhausts may have added. First up is probably our Z4s. In terms of general fuel economy, they both have the worst MPG. And we have a sneaky suspicion that the performance products we have added did gain more horsepower, but lowered fuel economy.
The 335i has been tuned like crazy across the Bimmer forums. Companies like Vishnu, Dinan, and JB2 have been fighting for the top spot. There are more options for the Z4s, like Ac Schnitzer, Hartge, and Hamman. The Nissan has more options. Check them out at Engine Performance Chip.
Hey guys, here it is as promised. This is a quick video clip of how the new exhausts sound on the 335i. As you can see, the cut on the bumper is a bit rough, but nothing a new lip or kit wouldn’t hide. Check it out!
It’s starting to get deeper in the cabin, but nothing too extreme. The stock exhaust sound was great already but now it sounds like it’s going to hunt and eat M3s for lunch!
What’s going on guys? It’s been a while since we made a modification on the 335i. So, today, we installed a quad exhaust from Remus. Check it out.
Installation was a bit more complicated than most. The reason being the cutting of the rear bumper to accommodate the extra pair of exhaust tips. Since the 335i is bound to be modded some more, we used a simple saw-saw to cut the bumper. We then smoothed out the edges with a heavy duty file. Not too shabby right?
What’s up guys? Here is a quick picture of Frank installing the Remus Exhaust system on my M Roadster. You can see the difference immediately between the stock system and the Remus.
The weight savings are incredible. I would guess 25 pounds lighter, each side!
Alright guys, stay tuned for video clips of the new system! Be sure to check out our online store up top!
What’s going on guys? Today I wanted to let you guys know about the most amazing fun the Lex Racing team has ever had! As a “thank you,” one of our corporate sponsors arranged for us to drive around the Donington Park course in supercars!
The package was put together by the Racing School, the original UK based track racing venue for all types of driving experience. They are the only racing driving experience to be on accredited MSA (official motoring racing circuit) tracks. Their Driving Experience Days cater to large groups for parties as well as other events.
We were able drive a Ferrari 360, a Lotus, a Porsche, or a V8 super car around the track. Before I tell you how much fun we had, let me tell you a bit about the company.
Whether you want to buy a one-off driving gift for a loved one, or if you’re looking for an intensive race driving program, The Racing School will exceed your expectations. Take our word for it! Supercars not your thing? They have a wide range of experiences ranging from 4X4 Driving Experience, skid training, tuition for under 17’s and passenger rides… for those who dare!
Please browse their list of driving experiences, and book online now! I have got to say, that it was the ultimate driving experience. I had a smile on my face the entire day, and for a week afterwards! I look forward to trying their other programs. The go carts look like tons of fun. I believe they are powered by twin engines that launch them up to 70 mph! It is either that or the Formula 1 race cars!
Alright guys, go try them out and report back here!
What’s up guys? Here is a close up picture of my new Volk CE28N in 19. I had them painted white, with a red stripe. Nicely matches the red lug nuts right? The CE28N’s are forged monoblock aluminum wheels, making them very light weight.
The weight of each rim is around 16 lbs. for 19 inch. With this kind of lightness and durability, it is no surprise to see that this wheel is a very coveted wheel among enthusiasts.
Here is also a shot of the carbon fiber trunk I had installed. Transferring the stock window was a job best left to the professionals. Wouldn’t want any leaks now, would we?
So, what do you think? Coming along nicely? Stay tuned for more!
